Dwarf Cichlids in planted tanks

>I'm thinking of adding some dwarf SA cichlids to a planted 55 gal *community*
>tank of rather peaceful citizens. I was thinking along the lines of butterfly
>rams, or apistogrammas sp., and even entertained the thought of a mating pair
>of one or both of the above (which brings in a whole new dimension, I know).
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>Does anyone have any experience, or ideas about this?
Kathy Olson (Erik's wife) is an expert Apisto breeder, and they keep (and
breed) _MANY_ species in planted tanks. I'm sure Erik can give you more
details.
Karen